About this role
General Summary: This position is responsible for creating the uppers of all shoes and assembling the shoes.Major Responsibilities: • Skiving leather for folding.• Folding, shaping, stitching, and assembling the upper.• Timing and ornamentation of the sample.• Special projects as needed.• Cover heels and platforms.• Other duties as required. Specific Job Skills: • Ability to perform complex verbal and written communications face-to-face and in group settings • Decisions are guided by precedent and interpretation of applicable laws, etc. and have impact on others and the organization • Work responsibilities frequently concern confidential and/or sensitive information requiring the use of discretion at all times• Strong follow-up and completion skills • Under limited supervision, anticipates and solves problems for self and other lower level employees • Has limited supervisory responsibilities for small groups of usually skilled employees• Job duties are somewhat varied, occasionally requiring conceptualizing, planning and implementingEducation, Licenses, Certificates, Registrations and/or Experience: • High School Diploma or equivalent experience.• 5-7 years experience in sample making.Language Skills: • Spanish
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About Steve Madden
Steven Madden, Ltd. is globally recognized as a leading company in the fashion industry. What began as a modest $1100 investment in 1990 has developed into one of the most iconic brands in footwear. From a factory in Queens, NY, Steve Madden has revolutionized the shoe industry, merging years of experience with unique and creative designs. Inspired by rock and roll and his NY roots, Steve’s vision to provide on-trend women and men with an outlet to express their individuality is innovative, daring, and inspiring. Steve’s innate understanding of trends and unparalleled willpower have resulted in millions of customers worldwide and propelled his designs to the forefront of fashion.
In addition to marketing products under its own brands including Steve Madden®, Kurt Geiger London®, Dolce Vita®, Betsey Johnson®, Carvela®, Blondo® and ATM®, Steve Madden licenses footwear, handbags and other accessory categories for the Anne Klein® brand. In addition, Steve Madden designs and sources products under private label brand names for various retailers. Steve Madden’s wholesale distribution includes department stores, mass merchants, off-price retailers, shoe chains, online retailers, national chains, specialty retailers and independent stores. Steve Madden also directly operates brick-and-mortar retail stores and e-commerce websites. In addition, Steve Madden licenses certain of its brands to third parties for the marketing and sale of certain products in the apparel, accessory, and home categories.
With an emphasis on retail, wholesale, licensing and international business, there's a constant need for new ideas and versatility. Our environment is extremely fast paced and requires associates to maintain a balance of energy and professionalism. Steve Madden is about fashion-forward product and great people. Our employees are energized, intelligent and passionate about our business and committed to providing excellent customer service.
What you'll do
- The Shoe Maker is responsible for creating the uppers of shoes and assembling the final product. This includes tasks such as skiving leather, folding, shaping, stitching, and covering heels and platforms.
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